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Hotel Villas Gaia

3.0 star property
Ballena beach hotel with 2 outdoor pools, beach shuttle

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2 outdoor pools
Standard Villa, 1 Bedroom
Beach nearby, beach shuttle
Balcony view
Property grounds

Reviews

8.0 out of 10

Very good

Popular amenities

  • Airport transfer
    Airport transfer
  • Bar
    Bar
  • Spa
    Spa
  • Pool
    Pool
  • Free breakfast
    Free breakfast
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendly
Main amenities
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Near the beach
  • Restaurants and 2 bars/lounges
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Children's pool
  • Pool bar
  • Room service
  • Spa services
  • Babysitting
  • Airport shuttle
  • Beach shuttle
  • Terrace
For families
  • Free cots/infant beds
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's pool
  • Private bathroom
  • Separate sitting area
  • Garden

Room options

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Family Villa

Family Villa

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate dining area
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
  • 72 sq m
  • Sleeps 8
  • 1 Double Bed and 3 Single Beds

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Superior Villa, Garden View

Superior Villa, Garden View

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Ceiling fan
Premium bedding
Select Comfort bed
  • 36.0 sq m
  • Partial ocean view
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Single Bed

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Standard Villa, 1 Bedroom

Standard Villa, 1 Bedroom

Highlights

Furnished balcony
Separate sitting area
Individually decorated
Air conditioning
Free cots/infant beds
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Ceiling fan
  • 36 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Map
35KM al Sur de Dominical, En playa de Osa, Ballena, Puntarenas

What's nearby

  • Playa Ballena - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Arco Beach - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Ventanas Beach - 5 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Uvita Beach - 7 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Playa Tortuga - 10 min drive - 6.1 km

Getting around

  • Drake Bay (DRK) - 27.4 miles/44.1 km
  • San José (SJO-Juan Santamaría Intl.) - 70.3 miles/113.2 km
  • Airport shuttle (surcharge)
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Restaurants

  • ‪Pizzeria La Fogata - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Heliconia - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Sibu - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Pizza Time - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Restaurante Marino Ballena - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Hotel Villas Gaia

Hotel Villas Gaia is a great choice for your beach stay in Ballena, putting you near activities such as scuba-diving, surfing/body boarding and kayaking. 2 outdoor pools provide plenty of fun, while guests in the mood for pampering can indulge in massages. The restaurant is a great spot for a bite to eat, and cold drinks are served at the pool bar. Other highlights at this Art Deco hotel include 2 bars/lounges, a children's pool and a terrace.

Languages

English, Spanish

At a glance

Hotel size

  • 14 rooms
  • Arranged over 1 level

Arriving/Leaving

  • Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM
  • Minimum check-in age – 18
  • Check-out time is noon

Restrictions related to your trip

  • Check COVID-19 restrictions

Special check-in instructions

  • There is no front desk at this property

Required at check-in

  • Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
  • Government-issued photo ID may be required
  • Minimum check-in age is 18

Children

  • Babysitting*

Pets

  • Pets stay for free

Internet

  • Free WiFi in public areas
  • Free WiFi in rooms

Parking

  • Free on-site self-parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking on site

Transfers

  • Airport shuttle on request (available 24 hours a day)*

Off-site

  • Beach shuttle*

Other information

  • Smoke-free property

Property amenities

Food and drink

  • Free local cuisine breakfast each morning 7 AM–9 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • Restaurant
  • Poolside bar
  • Room service (limited hours)

Travelling with children

  • Children's pool
  • Babysitting (surcharge)
  • Children's menu

What to do

  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)
  • Ecotours
  • Hiking/biking trails
  • Beach nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Scuba-diving nearby
  • Scooter/moped hire nearby
  • Whale watching nearby

Services

  • Concierge services
  • Tour/ticket assistance
  • On-site car hire
  • Dry cleaning/laundry services
  • Free newspapers in reception
  • Luggage storage
  • Wedding services
  • Multilingual staff
  • Beach shuttle (surcharge)

Facilities

  • Built in 1996
  • Garden
  • Terrace
  • Library
  • 2 outdoor pools
  • Spa services
  • Art Deco architecture

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair-accessible
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

Room amenities

Home comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Ceiling fan

Sleep well

  • Premium bedding
  • Selected Comfort mattress
  • Free cot/infant bed
  • Rollaway/extra bed (surcharge)

What to enjoy

  • In-room massage
  • Furnished balcony
  • Individually decorated
  • Separate sitting area

Freshen up

  • Private bathroom
  • Shower only
  • Free toiletries
  • Towels

Stay connected

  • Free WiFi

More

  • Daily housekeeping
  • In-room safe
  • Access via exterior corridors

Special features

Spa

Guests can pamper themselves by indulging in the on-site spa services. Services include massages.

Fees & policies

Optional extras

  • Airport shuttle service is offered for an extra charge of CRC 120000 per vehicle (return)
  • Beach shuttle service is offered for an extra charge

Children & extra beds

  • Babysitting is available for an extra charge
  • Rollaway beds are available for CRC 7000.0 per night
  • Airport shuttle service for children costs CRC 120000 (return)

Pool, spa, & gym (if applicable)

  • Reservations are required for massage services and can be made by contacting the property before arrival at the number on the booking confirmation

Policies

This property accepts credit cards.

Also known as

Hotel Villas Gaia
Hotel Villas Gaia Ballena
Villas Gaia Ballena
Villas Gaia
Hotel Villas Gaia Hotel
Hotel Villas Gaia Ballena
Hotel Villas Gaia Hotel Ballena

Frequently asked questions

Does Hotel Villas Gaia offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Hotel Villas Gaia does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Is there a pool at Hotel Villas Gaia?
Yes, there are 2 outdoor pools and a children's pool.
Are pets allowed at Hotel Villas Gaia?
Yes, pets stay free.
Is parking offered on site at Hotel Villas Gaia?
Yes, there's free self parking.
Is an airport shuttle service offered by Hotel Villas Gaia?
Yes, an airport shuttle is available. The charge is CRC 120000 per vehicle return.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Hotel Villas Gaia?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 6:00 PM. Check-out time is noon.
What is there to do at Hotel Villas Gaia and nearby?
Have fun during the warmer months with activities such as hiking. Additional recreation on-site includes ecotours. Enjoy a swim in one of the 2 outdoor swimming pools or use the hotel's other amenities, which include 2 bars and spa services. Hotel Villas Gaia also has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Hotel Villas Gaia?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant that offers international cuisine and garden views.
Does Hotel Villas Gaia have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a furnished balcony.
What's the area around Hotel Villas Gaia like?
Hotel Villas Gaia is a short 1-minute walk from Playa Ballena and 6 minutes' walk from Pinuela Beach.

Hotel Villas Gaia Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

8.4/10

Cleanliness

8.6/10

Staff & service

7.0/10

Amenities

7.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

2/10 Poor

4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

1-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Our villa was located at the front of the property and there is 24/7 noisy heaven truck traffic on the road not twenty yards away. Also the signs on the main road are tiny and easy to miss. Jose, the manager, was wonderfully accomodating and made up for any other deficits with his helpfulness.
5-night family trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Great little hotel located on the main highway just outside Ojochal. Ambience was jungle perfect with a peekaboo view of the ocean. A good walk from the beach but no problem if you have a car. Truck noise at night was annoying at times. Restaurant and meals were excellent.
C, 3-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

4/10 Fair

The propert consists of several different cottages spread throughout the property and offer a great deal of privacy. The staff was very friendly and helpful at the front desk and restaurant. However, the room was fairly dirty. There was a significant amount of mold in the shower and brown stains on the purportedly clean towells. While the floors looked like they had been swept, it also appeared as though it needed a good mopping. Needless to say i was very happy to only have stayed one night there.
1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Great swimming pool!
2-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

VILLA Gaia
The staff were always friendly and helpful. Jose at the front desk was a pleasure. The pool was fantastic with ocean views. The casita we were in was comfortable for the 4 of us, but the AC was super loud and only in one room. Running it kept my daughter from sleeping well, but we didn't really have a choice since the area is so hot and humid. The entrance door to the casita was beautiful, but really hard to lock. It felt a little insecure and left a huge gap when closed that allowed bugs in. The shower was great and hot, and the beds were comfy. All in all, and despite the little things in the room, our stay was enjoyable. I would recommend as an affordable and comfortable option close to Uvita.
Joshua, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Trip to Ojochal.
The place needs lots of repairs. We changed rooms twice. The staff was great. The owner needs to spend money. It's great for seeing monkeys and Toucans.
4-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

2/10 Poor

Disregarded my reservation and gave room away
This hotel had my reservation, but gave all their rooms away. When I arrived, they just said sorry we don't have any rooms left. Had to scramble to find a room in the area during very busy holiday season. Also, didn't even process a refund quickly.
1-night romance trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Peacefull place, excellent place to relax and share with the family. Nice places around the hotel, like Uvita and Ventanas
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

It's a nice place, the first day we didn't got the room we booked and some stuff was damaged, but everything clean. The next day the woman from the staff was so kind and with the best attitude and change us from room where everything was perfect. Really nice place to stay.
2-night trip with friends
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great location, nice and confort Hotel. Nice pool with great ocean views
Gustavo, 3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

The biggest issue was at night there would be cockroaches, lots of ants, and other insects in our room. Considering we were literally staying in the forest we couldn’t be too mad. We were a more adventurous group so we kept with our booking, but I know many people would have asked to change hotels. The location was farther out than we expected so we ended up renting a car. Car rental is a must for this location. The staff was wonderful and very kind. Breakfast each morning was a highlight. The pool was also a great amenity. Our WiFi barely worked in our room so we often just hung out in the community area in the evening.
Ray, 6-night trip
Verified Travelocity guest review

8/10 Very good

Everyone was very nice and great service. The grounds were beautiful.
4-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Ideal rainforest villa
Comfortable accommodation with lovely pool area with views to the sea. Lots of wildlife seen from the property
3-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Comfortable villa with friendly staff
The hotel was a very nice jungle villa with a pool, comfortable rooms and good breakfast. The staff was very friendly and helpful. The location is ok if you are driving your own car as it is within 5-10 minutes of Ventanas, Piñuela and Uvita beaches. It is close to Tortuga beach.
Melissa, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Nice place, but needs better management.
Cottage was in some disrepair: a/c problem, plumbing problem. Kitchenette completely un-equipped. Lighting poor, poorly located. Service spotty. Someone could make this into a great place. Beautiful pool!
Randal, 2-night trip
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Beautiful hotel, surrounded by pure beauty
The hotel was beautiful. Wonderful scenery, warm pool, helpful and kind staff, and so close to so many great things! Playa tortuga is not a swimming beach but was pretty to walk along.. no one for miles. We rented a car so we drove to nearby beaches (Ventana, Hermoso, Ballena). It is reasonably close to Corcovado, Manuel Antonio.. Near great waterfalls like El Pavon and Nayuayaca. The hotel is right next to the town Ojochal, "the culinary capital of Costa Rica". Great restaurants.. French, German, Canadian owned, etc. The hotel itself had great food too. Never ate lunch but dinner and breakfesr was great! If you are looking to see monkeys, you are in a great spot. Howler and white face monkeys come and go. They can be seen at morning and at night, sometimes in between. The only negative part of the hotel was that our door was not correctly on the hinges so it didn't close properly. Regardless I rate the hotel five stars!
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Old room, great restaurant
Friendly staff, room quite old, breakfast ok, dinner was amazing
Verified Expedia guest review

8/10 Very good

Nice individual villa. Some could be close to highway. Ask for one by pool. Closed to nature. Very good restaurant
Verified Expedia guest review

6/10 Good

Nice hotel - stay away from rooms near the road.
This hotel is quite nice, but has units near then road. These are excessively noisy as they are near the highway. Upon check in, we were told that we had to move to a different unit after our first night. The unit they put us in was meant for a family. It was dated and uncomfortable. The air conditioning didn't work properly and my husband and I had to sleep in the two single beds under the barely functioning air conditioner. Sleeping in the far back room in the Queen bed wasn't even an option. The door to the unit did not close all the way and there was a large gap between the sliding glass doors. We ended up stuffing our own beach blanket in there in an attempt to keep bugs and other critters from coming in. Having to move the next day was not enjoyable due to having to repack everything. The stay in the new unit was more enjoyable but left us with a bit of a negative opinion of this place.
Verified Expedia guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Great hotel at good value
The hotel and the view of the ocean were beautiful. Nice pool and great food. Right by Osa Penninsula and easy drive to Manuel Antonio.
Verified Hotels.com guest review

8/10 Very good

Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Enjoyed all, the grounds and views and the food was spectacular!
Verified Hotels.com guest review

10/10 Exceptional

Convenient location...
It's a good location for a stop from San Jose to the Osa Peninsula. Although the sign is hard to see from the road, especially at night, it's convenient and good staff and food. Had some trouble with my Travelocity reservation and payment showing, but hope that gets better... all in all I would recommend Viallas Gaia to friends and visitors.
Verified Travelocity guest review